In today’s world, working moms are celebrated, but stay-at-home moms rarely get the same recognition.

Neha Ruch is on a mission to change that. As the founder of Mother Untitled, Neha has built a thriving community for ambitious women who take career pauses to focus on family. In this episode, she shares insights from her upcoming book, The Power Pause. It’s a guide for mothers on navigating new identities, staying connected to their aspirations, and expanding their network while on a break.

This conversation is about honoring all paths in motherhood, embracing the freedom to choose, and challenging outdated perceptions.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Finding Strength in Career Pauses: Taking a break from your career doesn’t mean the end of ambition. Career pauses can lead to new, unexpected growth opportunities, allowing you to balance family and professional goals on your own terms.
• Debunking the "Mom War": Working and stay-at-home moms share more common ground than you think. We invite moms to embrace each other’s choices and celebrate the diversity of modern motherhood.
• Building Community to Thrive: Surrounding yourself with a network of supportive, like-minded women can help you overcome challenges, share insights, and stay connected to your personal goals. Leaning on others for support is key to thriving both as a mom and a career woman.

Jump into the conversation:
(00:00) Meet Neha Ruch
(01:33) The origin story of Mother Untitled
(05:44) Being our best versions for our kids
(11:34) The first steps to a career pause
(14:47) Rebranding the “stay-at-home mom”
(17:34) Network on your way out
(23:02) Uniting stay-at-home and working moms
(27:55) Honoring caregiving as essential and valuable work
(31:53) Neha’s messy motherhood moment

Resources:
Pre-Order The Power Pause: https://www.motheruntitled.com/thepowerpause

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It takes a village to raise a child. But for families with unique challenges, that village needs to be carefully curated.

Jodi Klaristenfeld, Founder of FLRRiSH and NICU mom, knows firsthand how important it is to build the right support team. Her daughter was born prematurely, and together, they spent 77 days in the NICU. She had a dedicated team throughout that challenging time, and their help made all the difference. Grateful for the care she received, Jodi has made it her mission to help other parents navigate similar struggles.

Jodi’s journey is a powerful reminder that there is strength in asking for help and leaning on your community for support.

You won’t want to miss it.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The Power of a Support Network: Jodi shares how crucial it was to build a strong care team for her daughter during and after their NICU experience. She encourages parents to seek support, reminding us we don’t have to face challenges alone.
• Navigating Trauma in Motherhood: Jodi found healing by processing her emotions and allowing herself to grieve what she had envisioned. It’s okay to mourn the loss of the ideal birth story and still move forward with strength.
• Reframing Success as a Parent: Jodi discusses how it’s important to let go of expectations and focus on your child’s progress and happiness, no matter how different the journey looks from what you imagined.
• Advocating for Maternal Health: In dealing with Pre-eclampsia and HELLP Syndrome, Jodi stresses the need for better maternal healthcare and parental leave policies. She encourages parents to speak up about their needs and advocate for systemic changes that better support families.

Jump into the conversation:
(00:00) Meet Jodi Klaristenfeld
(04:24) What are Pre-eclampsia and HELLP Syndrome?
(08:39) Coaching parents of preemies through FLRRiSH
(13:05) Coping with unexpected situations
(16:01) Overcoming judgment and making personal family decisions
(23:41) The mental health of NICU parents
(26:23) The importance of finding your village
(29:26) How to offer support for parents
(33:29) Don’t be afraid to ask for help
(35:19) Jodi’s messy motherhood moment

Loving the podcast? Dive deeper into all things motherhood by downloading the Hello Mamas app! Join a powerful, inclusive community built for moms at every stage, from first steps to first days of school and beyond. Here, you’ll find real talk, resources, and support for all the ups and downs.

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Raising kids on a ranch with cows, chickens, and horses isn’t the typical image of modern motherhood—but for Paige Murray, it’s exactly the life she envisioned for herself.

Paige is a former broadcast journalist, rodeo reporter, and full-time mom. Her experience living on the ranch inspired her to write Rosie’s Wild Ride, a children's book about the lessons her daughter Oakley learned by being immersed in nature.

We talked with Paige about how she survived the hardest years of motherhood by finding creative outlets like running, writing, and leaning into community support. Her story is a reminder to embrace the season you’re in, allowing your dreams to evolve and grow in ways you may not have expected.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Embrace Each Season of Life: Paige emphasizes the importance of accepting the different seasons of motherhood and life. She shares how she put her dreams on hold when her daughter was young, focusing all her energy on being a mom. By embracing the moment, she found peace in knowing that her time for personal pursuits would come again.
• Dream Big and Start Small: Whether it was running a marathon or writing her children’s book, Paige’s advice is to start small and chip away at your dreams. Her journey to becoming a published author began with simply putting pen to paper, trusting the process, and making steady progress toward her goals.
• Ranch Life Lessons for Motherhood: Living on a ranch taught Paige valuable lessons about responsibility, resilience, and hard work—lessons she now passes on to her daughter. She believes in encouraging children to explore their passions, embrace their unique talents, and develop confidence through both success and failure.

Jump into the conversation:
(00:00) Meet Paige Murray
(02:36) Life on a ranch as a full-time mom
(07:51) Adjusting to the early years of motherhood
(12:24) Dreaming big and planning for the future
(15:04) Pursuing new goals as a mom
(18:23) The inspiration for "Rosie’s Wild Ride"
(23:03) Building self-confidence in kids
(26:30) That “one moment” from Paige’s perspective

Resources:
Pre-order Rosie’s Wild Ride: https://bootsandbiscuits.com/rosieswildride/

Loving the podcast? Dive deeper into all things motherhood by downloading the Hello Mamas app! Join a powerful, inclusive community built for moms at every stage, from first steps to first days of school and beyond. Here, you’ll find real talk, resources, and support for all the ups and downs.

Special Intro Offer: For a short time, join Hello Mamas for just $2.99 a month or $15 for six months—a special offer for new members ready to jump in and start connecting. This introductory rate is available only to a limited number of moms, so don’t miss out!

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